> Are there any articles about how an engine like this is built? It isn't that different, the only real change is how you handle edge conditions, as you can ha

> Are there any articles about how an engine like this is built? It isn't that different, the only real change is how you handle edge conditions, as you can have finer detail so need to filter less. Minecraft doesn't use blocks to simplify world generation, it uses blocks to simplify world modification by the user. The blocks restrict you making it easier (oddly enough) to create things.